As expected, the system's cold voice rang out in Marco's mind.
"Defeated a member of the God's Knights, Jaygarcia Heim, reward 7000 attribute points."
"Killed a member of the God's Knights, Jaygarcia Heim, reward 5000 attribute points."
"The God's Knights have been defeated."
"Damn it, who can stop Phoenix Marco? It seems no one can defeat him!"
The Marines, who had only just regained a trace of morale, fell into despair once again. At first, the arrival of the God's Knights had relieved a great deal of pressure on them. But now, the situation had reversed once more, throwing their emotions into chaos.
They realized a terrifying truth. Neither the Gorosei nor the God's Knights could stand against Marco. Even the World Government itself seemed powerless before him.
At this moment, Marco glanced at his accumulated points. The newly gained 12000, combined with the previous 10000, brought his total to 22000.
Without hesitation, he spread his phoenix wings and shot forward, heading straight toward Sak.
"Sak, switch opponents. I will deal with him."
Saint Garling immediately saw through Marco's intention, his expression darkening with anger.
"Damn it, is he planning to eliminate the God's Knights first before turning to us?"
Saint Peter's eyes turned cold, filled with killing intent.
"Damn insect, stop him at once."
Another voice cut in, calmer but equally decisive.
"No. Marco can fly. If we chase him, we will only be led around. Focus on Big Mom first, then deal with the others."
Big Mom quickly understood Marco's plan as well. Her face twisted in annoyance.
"So that is your plan. Using this old lady as a distraction. How irritating."
"Mama, I will help you..."
At that moment, Katakuri, Smoothie, and Fossa arrived at her side.
Seeing her children and allies, Big Mom's mood improved slightly, and she let out a loud laugh.
"Mama mamamama. As expected, family is the most reliable."
Meanwhile, Marco had already locked onto his next target.
Another member of the God's Knights, Topman Cecilia Palace.
The moment she saw Marco rushing toward her, fear gripped her heart. She had just witnessed Jaygarcia Heim Saint being killed in a single blow. She knew very well that she stood no chance.
Her instinct was to flee.
But before she could move, Marco's Conqueror's Haki surged outward and locked onto her.
Her body froze instantly.
In that brief moment of paralysis, Marco had already arrived before her.
"S stop..."
Her voice trembled as she stared at the fist closing in.
Marco showed no mercy.
His punch, coated with overwhelming power, struck her face directly. In an instant, her skull shattered, her head exploding under the force of the blow.
The battlefield fell silent for a split second.
Then, the system's voice echoed once more.
"Defeated a member of the God's Knights, Topman Cecilia Palace, reward 7000 attribute points."
"Killed a member of the God's Knights, Topman Cecilia Palace, reward 5000 attribute points."
Another 12000 points.
Marco felt a slight sense of ease. Compared to before, gaining attribute points now seemed far simpler.
His total had reached 34000.
Without delay, he opened his attribute panel.
Name: Marco
Age: 43
Attribute Points: 34000
Devil Fruit: Zoan Type, Phoenix Form, Awakening
Devil Fruit Ability: Flames of Destruction
Haki:
Armament Haki, Top tier
Observation Haki, Top tier
Conqueror's Haki, Legendary
Physical Techniques:
Soru, Top tier
Rankyaku, Advanced
Moonwalk, Advanced
Tekkai, Top tier
Finger Pistol, Advanced
Kami-e, Advanced
Stats:
Strength: 42054
Speed: 24900
Defense: 23800
Recovery: 60000
Stamina: 25100
Mental Power: 31300
System Evaluation: King Level
Marco then opened the special attributes section.
Armament Haki, Top tier to Legendary requires 30000 points.
Observation Haki, Top tier to Legendary requires 30000 points.
He narrowed his eyes.
Against the God's Knights and the Gorosei, Armament Haki had limited effectiveness. It could not overcome their immortality.
After a brief moment of consideration, he made his decision.
Observation Haki.
Without hesitation, Marco spent 30000 attribute points.
In an instant, his Observation Haki broke through to the Legendary level.
A powerful surge of awareness spread through him, and his presence seemed to elevate to a new height. His combat strength rose from a standard King Level to a Strong King Level.
Marco felt a quiet satisfaction.
As expected, strengthening his Haki directly increased his overall power.
But the changes did not stop there.
His perception expanded drastically. The battlefield became clearer, every movement sharper, every intention easier to read.
At the same time, something new awakened within him.
Observation Kill.
This was not a simple enhancement of Observation Haki. It was the result of combining Observation Haki with Conqueror's Haki.
With Observation Kill, Marco could completely conceal his presence. Even more importantly, it could nullify an opponent's future sight, rendering their Observation Haki ineffective against him.
Marco had long been aware of this ability.
One of the Four Emperors, Red-Haired Shanks, possessed this power. Marco had once tried to grasp it, but had always failed.
The reason was simple.
His Conqueror's Haki had been strong enough, but his Observation Haki had not reached the necessary level.
Now, everything had changed.
With both Haki types at their peak, it was as if a barrier within him had finally broken.
The ability he had once been unable to touch awakened naturally.
Observation Kill was now his.
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